The Retreat on 43rd | 3mi to UF & Shands • Pets

Summary:

Welcome to The Retreat on 43rd

▻ 5–10 Min Drive to UF, UF Health, VA & I-75

▻ Private Road + Quiet, Tree-Lined Neighborhood

▻ Fully Fenced Yard w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Outdoor Dining

▻ 4 Bedrooms & 2 Full Baths

▻ Sleeps up to 10 (incl. 2 Kings, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, Sleeper Sofa)

▻ Game Room w/ Foosball + Remote Workstation

▻ Fully Equipped Kitchen & Modern Amenities



Relax in this beautifully updated 1972 ranch-style home nestled under grand oaks and Spanish moss. A perfect escape for families, medical professionals, or game day weekends—close to everything, yet tucked away in peaceful privacy.



The Space:

🛏️ 4 Bedrooms | Sleeps Up to 10

Enjoy flexible sleeping arrangements with 2 King beds, 1 Queen bed, 2 Twin beds, and a sleeper sofa, making the home ideal for families and larger groups.



🍳 Fully Equipped Modern Kitchen<

Prepare everything from quick breakfasts to full group meals with modern appliances and the kitchen essentials you need for a comfortable stay.



📺 72” Roku Smart TV + Fast WiFi

Unwind in front of a massive 72” Roku Smart TV or stay connected with fast WiFi, perfect for streaming, working, and keeping in touch.



❄️ Central A/C + Ceiling Fans

Stay cool and comfortable throughout the home with central air conditioning and ceiling fans to keep the Florida heat at bay.



🔥 Private Backyard with Fire Pit & Grill

Enjoy your own outdoor retreat with a private backyard, fire pit, grill, and dining area—perfect for BBQs, evening gatherings, and relaxing under the trees.



🎮 Game Room + Dedicated Workspace

Keep everyone entertained with a dedicated game room while still having a quiet workspace for remote work or catching up on tasks.



🛁 Remodeled Bathrooms

Enjoy updated bathrooms with fresh towels and essential toiletries provided for a comfortable, hassle-free stay.



🚗 Private Driveway + Street Parking

Enjoy convenient parking with a private driveway and additional street parking for larger groups and multiple vehicles.



🌳 Spacious Ranch-Style Retreat

Relax in this beautifully updated 1972 ranch-style home, nestled beneath grand oak trees and Spanish moss, offering a peaceful setting with plenty of space to gather.



✨ Perfect for Group Getaways

A comfortable home base for families, medical professionals, game-day weekends, and groups looking for a spacious retreat that's close to local attractions while still offering a sense of privacy and tranquility.



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the property, including: a kitchen with pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen appliances, a washer and dryer, HDTVs, etc. No areas are shared with others.



The Neighborhood:

The neighborhood is secluded and quiet featuring the classic old Florida historic charm with large oak trees draped with Spanish moss. The neighbors are friendly and keep to themselves. The streets are lined with traditional ranch-style houses, each with its own quirky aesthetics. The neighborhood is truly unique and one of a kind. No cookie-cutter suburban vibes here!



Please Note: The property is located on a private lime rock dirt road. Drive slowly and with caution. It’s also walking distance to the Serenola Forest Preserve - Idylwild Trailhead and less than a mile from the pet-friendly Squirrel Ridge Park.



Getting Around:

Vehicle dependent to get to and from property with free parking on driveway and along roadside directly in front of the house.



Other Things to Note:

Event Policy:

🔇NO parties or loud music; $500 fee- Our property offers the perfect space to host special event gatherings for birthdays, graduation, etc, with prior approval and a non-refundable $250 event fee. **Any unauthorized events or parties will be charged a $500 fee, and the reservation will be cancelled immediately with no refund.

🚭 NO smoking or vaping (incl. tobacco & marijuana); $250 fee if there is a lingering smell of smoke noticed upon departure and/or cigarette butts are found on property

🙅‍♂️ NO unregistered guests (all guests must be on the reservation); $100 fee for each unregistered guest

🐕 A maximum of 2 pets is allowed per stay. A non-refundable pet fee of $150 applies to each pet. For your pet's safety and the security of the property, pets must be kept in a crate whenever they are left unattended in the home.



🔔 Please keep in mind that to confirm your reservation you will be required to fill out a Guest App, where you will have to upload a valid phone number and email so we can make sure to better cater to your stay. We will give you access to the form immediately after booking, and you will find all your booking information there (check in/out info, early check in / late check out options, local guide, property details, etc.)



🎥 We have an active doorbell security camera outside to ensure the safety of guests and our home; it also helps us guarantee that all house rules are being followed

🔊We have an active noise decibel detector inside that detects excess noise and notifies us of parties.

🔥The propane tank is not refilled between stays, so guests may need to top it up if they plan to use it. Please send us a receipt, and we'll be happy to reimburse you

🙋You have been charged for the number of guests selected at the time of booking; for more than 8 guests, there is a $12 nightly charge per extra guest

🚮 If you are staying on a Sunday night, please place the garbage can by the road that evening for pickup on Monday Morning



Please,

🧹 Be respectful of the space (this is our home) and clean up reasonably after yourself

🗑️ Do not leave any trash outside - we like to keep our community beautiful. Trash days are on Mondays. If your stay falls on that day, we'd really appreciate if you could pull the bin to the curb

🔧 Let us know immediately if you accidentally break or damage anything, or if anything isn’t working as it should

❕Double-check closets and grab all your things before heading out. Forgot something? We’re happy to help return it for a $30 handling fee plus shipping.



Cancellation Fees:

All cancelled reservations are subject to a 4% fee, even if cancelled within the free-cancellation period. During the free-cancellation period, your total refund will be 96% of the original booking amount—no exceptions. If canceling outside the free cancellation period, normal cancellation penalties will apply.



Please feel free to ask us for more information about these if you have any questions or concerns. 💫 Have a wonderful stay!



Interaction with Guests:

Enjoy complete privacy during your stay 💙 The UPKEY team is reachable by phone should you require any immediate assistance.